: In Purple Hearts , Carson's character (Cassie) is an aspiring musician who co-writes this track; it is later performed live at an Oceanside festival dedicated to soldiers.
: Sofia Carson, Justin Tranter, Eren Cannata, Daniel Crean, and Skyler Stonestreet Key : G Major / E Minor Tempo : 140 BPM Composition and Themes
: The music video for the piano version features Carson performing on a beach—the same location where the film's protagonists conclude their story—intercut with clips from the movie. : In Purple Hearts , Carson's character (Cassie)
: Sofia Carson utilizes her range (typically cited as D3 to F#5) to deliver a performance that transitions from delicate whispers to powerful, emotive belts.
: The lyrics explore themes of fear, uncertainty, and longing. It serves as a plea for a loved one to return, reflecting the internal struggle of pretending to be okay while feeling "terrified" and "paralyzed" by emotion. : The lyrics explore themes of fear, uncertainty,
: This specific version is stripped down to a solo piano accompaniment , allowing the focus to remain entirely on the vocal performance and the lyrical message. Visual Media
Watch the official performance video of the piano version, set on the iconic beach from the film's finale: Visual Media Watch the official performance video of
The song was written to capture the "heart of the story" in Purple Hearts , specifically the tender and vulnerable moments between the lead characters, Cassie and Luke.